Analyst - Procurement

## About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
## About the role

We currently have an opportunity for an Analyst to join our Connected Procurement team. This person will work in the Connected Procurement Portfolio as part of the global Digital Services Integrated Operations Platforms Team.

## Key responsibilities

- Design, build, test and deploy solutions for Connected Procurement by working closely with other team members and consulting partners.
- Actively own, promote and improve the technical solution and associated processes for your area. This opportunity will focus on Procure to Pay processes within the Procurement solution landscape, including SAP modules, Coupa application and other digital products.
- Prepare for and partake in design confirmation on future enhancements to the global template.
- Prepare functional specifications for RICEFWs (Reports, interfaces, conversions, extensions, forms and workflows).
- Generate required configuration rationales and execute the configuration in SAP and Coupa.
- Assist in generation of test scripts, carry out product testing and support user acceptance testing.
- Carry out the relevant activities in cutover and post-go live support.
- Validate training material developed by the training team.
- Work in other areas of the program as required.
- Support standard upgrades to SAP and scheduled release upgrades to Coupa.
- Participate in business engagement activities with our regional ICT teams.

## Qualifications and skills

- Degree in ICT, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, or other related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in a similar role and environment.
- Experience as an analyst on an ERP or digital product deployment project lifecycle including design, configuration, test, data conversion and implementation of the technical aspects of the solution.
- Demonstrable knowledge of working on integration projects within procurement business processes.
- Experience in the preparation of functional design documents and test scripts.

Key Requirements

- Understanding of global templates across multiple countries.
- A team player with strong inter-personal and communication skills both in a project environment and with business stakeholders.
- Excellent document writing skills (e.g., functional specifications, business process design documents).
- Well organized with a proven track record in meeting challenging deadlines.
- Willingness to travel globally to support the deployment of our solutions.

## Get in touch today!

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Please note We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers.